Accountant - Broker Dealer Accounting

Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated and analytical staff accountant within the Finance department of a U.S. broker-dealer. This role is vital for enhancing broker-dealer accounting processes including monthly and quarterly closing, account reconciliation and certification, preparation of financial reports and annual audited financial statements and related supporting schedules, including providing support for internal and external audits. The position also requires all aspects of accounting support to management reporting, tax schedules and FOCUS reports as well as ancillary regulatory reporting that are required for an introducing broker.

The ideal candidate would possess strong analytical skills and be able to collaborate with all levels of cross-functional Bernstein stakeholders, including C-suite senior management.

Responsibilities

As a Broker Dealer Accountant, you will:

• Prepare accounting journal entries related to our broker dealers to close the ledgers each month.
• Assist with preparing monthly and quarterly analytical reviews and reconciliations of general ledger accounts.
• Assist with preparation of financial statements and provide information for the Company’s SEC FOCUS reports.
• Assist with preparation of the company’s annual audited financial statements for external auditors, including Footnotes.
• Liaise with Accounts Payable and HR Accounting for various expense topics and work on resolution of issues.
• Liaise with various internal (i.e., trading, sales, legal and operations) and external colleagues as needed.
• Maintain reporting procedures to comply with internal control requirements as well as permanent supervision controls.
• Assist in the monitoring of the firm’s cash balances and support treasury operations (FX trade, funding, etc.).
• Assist in ad hoc projects as required by the CFO.
• Maintain a strong focus on communication and relationship-building across departments.

Qualifications

The role requires strong analytical skills and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders, including C-suite management, within Bernstein.

Compensation & Benefits

The role is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus and includes a competitive benefits package including 401(k) plan with company match, medical/dental/vision, and other benefits for fertility, wellness, student loans, and commuter programs.